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YK Law Partners with Shenzhen’s 400-Strong Hospitality Network

Joining Forces with an Industry Network of More Than 400 Member Enterprises.

Bathla Group Enters Voluntary Administration: What This Means for Buyers, Contractors and Creditors

Bathla Group’s collapse highlights mounting pressures across Australia’s construction sector, leaving thousands of homes, buyers, subcontractors and creditors exposed to significant financial uncertainty.

30% Minimum Tax on Discretionary Trusts: Treasury Releases Exposure Draft Legislation

The Australian Government has released exposure draft legislation for a proposed 30% minimum tax on discretionary trusts, with significant implications for trust distributions, restructuring and succession…

Capital Gains Tax Reform 2027: Abolition of the 50% Discount and Introduction of CPI Indexation

Proposed CGT reforms from 1 July 2027 will replace the 50% discount with inflation-adjusted rules, affecting investors with shares, funds, and property assets.

Negative Gearing Reform 2027: Restrictions on Established Residential Property Investments

From 2027, new restrictions on negative gearing may impact residential property investors, while existing holdings and new builds receive transitional treatment.

Discretionary Trust Tax Reforms: Preparing for the 2028 Changes

New trust tax rules from 2028 will impose a 30% minimum tax on discretionary trusts, with exemptions for certain entities and a limited restructuring opportunity.